BAE Systems sponsors Employer of the Year
BAE Systems has been announced as Category Sponsor for the Employer of the Year Award for the third national Maritime UK Awards 2022 to be held at the Glasgow Science Centre on 10 March.
The Maritime UK Awards recognise the very best of the UK’s maritime sector, organised by industry, for the benefit of the industry.
BAE Systems, produces advanced defence technology that protects people, ensures national security, and keeps critical information and infrastructure secure. They search for new ways to provide our customers with a competitive edge across the air, maritime, land and cyber domains. We employ a skilled workforce of 89,600 people in more than 40 countries and work closely with local partners to support economic development by transferring knowledge, skills and technology.
The Employer of the Year award is open to a business, charity or organisation of any size. This award recognises organisations that have created a stimulating and supportive work environment and a real commitment to the welfare of their employees, resulting in high staff satisfaction levels and a well-motivated, ambitious and integrated workforce. The winner will be able to evidence dedication to personal and professional development, staff satisfaction and HR initiatives, creating a supportive and engaging working environment.
Nadia Savage, Business Operations Director at BAE Systems said:
“We’re really pleased to support the 2022 Maritime UK Awards and in particular to sponsor the Employer of the Year category. The Awards provide an opportunity to bring together the UK maritime industry to collaborate, champion and celebrate the success of colleagues across the sector. As a large employer in Glasgow, it’s great to see the Awards hosted in our home city for the first time, as together we showcase the contribution of the maritime sector across the UK.”
Ben Murray, Chief Executive of Maritime UK said:
“We’re delighted to have BAE’s support for the Employer of the Year Award at this year's Maritime UK Awards. Our ability to respond to the challenges and opportunities that our sector faces is rooted in our people, and in the quality and practices of our employers. Businesses across the sector are investing in their colleagues more than ever before and we’re really looking forward to seeing some of the best in class, who we hope will inspire others to learn from their success.”
The awards, which are open to companies from across the breadth of the maritime sector including its shipping, ports, services, engineering, and leisure marine industries, opened on 10 December, the winners of each category will be announced on 10 March at the Glasgow Science Centre.
To find out about the 2022 awards, categories and how to book your place visit www.maritimeuk.org/awards
To find out more about BAE Systems visit www.baesystems.com